Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #R8fpc072026_Renewal
ESC Region 8 Solicitation for General Groceries for NSLP
Posted
April 22, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
R8fpc072026_Renewal
NAICS
424410
This opportunity involves the procurement of general groceries and related food categories to support the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) for ESC Region 8 in Texas. - Government Buyer: - Region 8 Education Service Center (ESC Region 8), Texas - Products/Services Requested: - General groceries and perishable foods for NSLP - Classified under NIGP code 39000 (Foods: Perishable) - No specific part numbers or brands specified - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with the Buy American Provision - Submission of certifications (debarment, lobbying, HUB status) - Adherence to Drug Free Workplace and Alcohol & Tobacco Free Campus policies - Proposals must include both a signed original and an electronic copy, with specifications and pricing in Excel format - Estimated contract value is approximately $25.7 million - Managed through the Texas SmartBuy platform
Description
This solicitation is for the procurement of general groceries and related categories under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). The procurement is managed by ESC Region 8 in Texas and has an estimated value of approximately $25.7 million. The solicitation requires sealed proposals to be submitted by May 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The procurement is classified under NIGP code 39000 for perishable foods and includes detailed solicitation documents and terms.